Upon arrest, a defendant has the right to pretrial release through a bond or special conditions set by a magistrate or judge. To obtain information regarding custody status changes and criminal case information, visit www.ncsavan.org or call (877) 627-2826.
Victims Compensation Services reimburses citizens who suffer medical expenses and lost wages as a result of being an innocent victim of a crime. A claim must be filed within two years to receive compensation. For more information, go to Crime Victim Compensation or call (800) 826-6200.
Should you need medical assistance resulting from this crime, law enforcement can provide the proper information. If you receive a threat, immediately call the law enforcement agency and prosecutor assigned to your case. Any stolen or other personal property that has been seized shall be expeditiously returned when it is no longer needed as evidence. If an arrest is made in your case, law enforcement will notify you. If you are not notified within six months of the reported crime, you may contact the Buncombe County Sheriff's Office by calling (828)-250-4503.
Sheriff's Office Phone Directory Main Sheriff's Office Line (828) 250-4503 Non-Emergency Calls (828) 250-6670 Animal Control (828) 255-5555 Civil Process (828) 250-4435 Communications (828) 250-6670 Crime Prevention (828) 250-4427 Criminal Investigation (828) 250-4436 Detention (828) 250-4550 Gun Permit (828) 250-4665 Patrol (828) 250-4429 Property/Evidence (828) 250-4465 Records (828) 250-4456 Support Services (828) 250-4503